Research Contracts Adviser

Job title: Research Contracts Adviser

Company: Victoria University of Wellington


Job description: Job Description:

• Are you a fast learner with an eye for details and have excellent communication skills?
• Have you got experience working as a senior administrator within a complex environment?
• Do you have knowledge and expertise working with databases, including entering data and running reports?

Kōrero mō te tūranga – About the roleis currently recruiting a Research Contracts Adviser to join the Contracts and Systems team in Te Tari Rangahau – Research Office on a permanent contract. Te Tari Rangahau – Research Office supports and assists researchers with funding opportunities, grant applications, and research contracts.Key responsibilities:

• Coordinate with the Research Trust of Victoria (RTV) and Te Tari Rangahau – Research Office teams to anticipate any contract delivery concerns or delays and work to resolve them in a manner beneficial to the University and consistent with its goal of being a top performing institution.
• Evaluate and analyse contracts that are successful and unsuccessful, then inform Te Tari Rangahau – Research Office proposal teams to improve proposal writing support for researchers.
• Collaborate with the Research Data Analyst to produce data-supported evidence of findings by utilising the office’s project management software systems.

Ō pūmanawa – About youYou will be a switched-on, fast learner, with an eye for detail.Your excellent communication, problem-solving and database skills coupled with a genuine customer-focused approach, will be essential to success in this role. Your demonstrated experience as both a team player and a self-starter would be a definite advantage.You will likely have an interest in research and for the right person, this is a role that could grow in it’s potential to add value.Key requirements:

• Experience as a senior administrator within a complex environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge and expertise working with databases, including entering data and running reports.

There are many to working at Te Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington, including being part of New Zealand’s top research university.Contact Details for Vacancy: If you have any questions regarding this role please get in touch with Dan Thompson ( ).About Us:Mō Te Herenga Waka – About Our UniversityTe Herenga Waka – Victoria University of Wellington is a global-civic university with our marae at our heart. This iho draws off our heritage and is further defined by our tūrangawaewae, in particular Wellington, Aotearoa, and the Asia-Pacific, all of which are expressed in our position as Aotearoa New Zealand’s globally ranked capital city university.About the Team:Ētahi kōrero hai āwhina i a koe – Why you should join our teamStep into the future with ! Join our passionate team dedicated to pioneering research and innovation. We offer unparalleled support in funding, ethics, and Māori research practices. Thrive in a collaborative environment that champions professional growth and impactful partnerships. Elevate your career and make a difference with us!

Expected salary:

Location: Wellington

Job date: Tue, 07 Jan 2025 08:28:53 GMT

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